A superb antique fencing mask with a woven metal mesh and frame, resting on a period turned wooden base. The hand-woven wires form a dense grid, protected by a stitched leather border. The patina of the metal, oxidized by time, gives it a raw and authentic character. The hand-turned solid walnut base highlights the graphic silhouette of this mask, now a collector's and decorative object.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Period: Late 19th – early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: total height 48 cm – base 18.5 × 18.5 cm ✦ Material: braided iron, leather, turned wood ✦ Condition: excellent presentation, even oxidation and slightly deformed mesh in places, stable and solid base
An iconic decorative piece from antique armories – perfect for an industrial setting, artist's studio or cabinet of curiosities.
